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SMILE!

SMILE!

A SENSE OF HUMOUR WILL GET YOU THROUGH THE TOUGHEST RACES . HERE ’ S HOW ( AND WHY ) YOU SHOULD PUTA TOUCH OF THE RIDICULOUS BACK INTO YOUR RUNNING

WORDS:LISA JACKSON

“A nyone who takes himself too seriously always runs the risk of looking ridiculous; anyone who can consistently laugh at himself does not,” the ex-president of former Czechoslovakia, Václav Havel, once said. Wise words indeed from a countryman of the legendary Emil Zatopek, who won an incredible four Olympic gold medals. But what Mr Havel may not have realised is that laughing (at yourself, or the world in general) can also be an incredibly powerful tool when it comes to keeping going when the going gets tough in a race or training run.

About Women’s Running

We’re getting into marathon-training mode in the March issue of Women’s Running, out now! Join in our #BigMarathonChallenge with one of our three targeted 12-week training plans - you’ll find part one in this issue. We’ve also got an eight-move workout designed to get your body ready for marathon running. Using your commute to get some miles in? Find the right rucksack for you with our test. Elsewhere in the issue you’ll find a guide to running for new mothers, be inspired to smile as you run, and try three fresh recipes from Clean-Eating Alice. Plus, we’ve got all the usual great gear reviews, inspiration and quick training advice.